Best spots for photos in Illinois, United States
Illinois is a state in the Midwest that is full of beauty and amazing places to take photos. Whether you’re a professional photographer or an amateur looking for some great photo spots, Illinois has plenty to offer. Here are some of the best locations to take photos in Illinois.
The Chicago Skyline is one of the most iconic skylines in the world, and it’s one of the best places to take photos in Illinois. Whether you’re capturing the city’s skyline from the top of the Willis Tower or the Adler Planetarium, the photo opportunities are endless. From capturing the sunset over the city to capturing the hustle and bustle of the downtown area, the Chicago skyline is a must-see for any photographer.
The Illinois River is one of the most picturesque locations in the state. The river winds through the picturesque town of Peoria, offering photographers the opportunity to capture the beauty of the natural landscape. Whether you’re photographing the lush forests and rolling hills or the wildlife that inhabits the river, the Illinois River is one of the best spots for photography.
The Shawnee National Forest is another great spot for photographers. Located in the southern part of the state, the Shawnee National Forest is home to a wide variety of wildlife and plant life, making it the perfect spot for nature photography. From capturing the beauty of the forest’s various trails to the stunning views of the surrounding countryside, the Shawnee National Forest is a photographer’s dream come true.
The Great Lakes are also a great spot for photographers. Whether you’re photographing the iconic Chicago skyline at night or capturing the beauty of Lake Michigan, the Great Lakes offer a unique opportunity to capture the beauty of the water. From capturing the sunset over the lake to shooting the waves crashing against the shore, the Great Lakes are an amazing place to take photos.
The Illinois State Capitol is another great spot for photos. Located in Springfield, the Illinois State Capitol is one of the most iconic buildings in the state. Whether you’re capturing the beauty of the building during the day or shooting the lights of the capitol at night, the Illinois State Capitol is a great spot for photographers.
Finally, the Chicago River is a great spot for photographers. Whether you’re capturing the beauty of the river’s architecture or the hustle and bustle of the city, the Chicago River is a great place to take photos. From capturing the sunrise over the river to shooting the city skyline at night, the Chicago River is a great spot for photographers.
These are just some of the best locations to take photos in Illinois. Whether you’re a professional photographer or an amateur looking for some great photo spots, Illinois has plenty to offer. From the iconic Chicago skyline to the beauty of the Great Lakes, Illinois is full of amazing places to take photos.
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Gorgeous secluded garden on one acre of land. Huge backyard, perfect for photo shoots. The backyard has a multi tiered limestone patio cloaked with billowing plants. It really is the crown jewel for any photo shoot, as it features 3 different colors of limestone from Indiana and Wisconsin. The front yard has stone walls with a french curve. The niche gardens contain towering oak trees over 125 years old. Gigantic Hostas surround the property. The Hidden Gem Home Garden is a haven for...
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Shooting around the Iron Works Park in Joliet, IL (Illinois) Historic site -
Shooting around the Iron Works Park in Joliet, IL (Illinois) Historic site -
Shooting around the Iron Works Park in Joliet, IL (Illinois) Historic site
Off of river road near independence grove
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Nature taking over the church gymnasium. Abandoned City Methodist Church in Gary, Indiana. HDR -
Oh, what a feeling! When we're falling through the ceiling. Abandoned City Methodist Church in Gary, Indiana. B&W HDR -
Basement of the abandoned post office in Gary, Indiana. Check out the stalactites on the ceiling.
off of kedzie and governors. across H-F High School and down a block from the CVS. a previous NBA player for the Bulls owned this house, but he shortly went bankrupt. Not sure when it was abandoned. tacky colors reminiscent of the early 2000s. falling apart.
Keywords: architecture, mansion, south suburbs, abandoned, basketball court
ArchitectureAbandoned
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Sunset/SunriseWater/CoastalWildlife/Animals
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Keywords: abandoned, lasalle, old, illinois, lasalleillinois, interurban, passenger, locomotive, engine, house, trolley, pullman, passengercar, diner, clock, cooler, csx, enginehouse, inside, western, co
ArchitectureAbandoned
Keywords: abandoned, mansion, old, antique, greenhouse, terre haute, broken glass, graffiti
Abandoned
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Keywords: abandoned, illinois, thermophle, sign, winter, portland, cement, panes, company, lehigh, lehighportland, disregard, blue, broken, glass, rust, been, long, time, portrait, sad
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Window panes. HDR version - 3 images combined here. Abandoned Barber-Colman factory in Rockford, Illinois -
Window panes - take 2. Single shot version here - just some major tweaking of Recovery, Fill Light, Blacks, etc. in Lightroom. Abandoned Barber-Colman factory in Rockford, IL -
Old Otis elevator equipment. Copper and brass stripped by scrappers. Abandoned Barber-Colman factory in Rockford, Illinois -
Window panes - take 2. HDR version - 3 images combined here. Abandoned Barber-Colman factory in Rockford, Illinois -
Atari 130XE computer on the factory floor. Abandoned Barber-Colman factory in Rockford, IL. -
Rafters and hardwood floors. Factory floor. Abandoned Barber-Colman factory in Rockford, Illinois -
Old clear glass incandescent light bulb still intact. Abandoned Barber-Colman factory in Rockford, Illinois -
Windows shattered due to fire. Abandoned Barber-Colman factory (later renamed Reed-Chatwood) in Rockford, IL -
Old Otis elevator equipment. Copper and brass stripped by scrappers. Abandoned Barber-Colman factory in Rockford, Illinois -
Electrical panels. Copper has been mined. Abandoned Barber-Colman factory in Rockford, IL -
Oh, what a feeling! When furniture is falling through the ceiling. Abandoned Barber-Colman factory in Rockford, Illinois -
Trashed office. The red things are some sort of plastic wire caps - not shotgun shells. Abandoned Barber-Colman factory in Rockford, Illinois -
Stacked desks. New way to save office space? Abandoned Barber-Colman factory in Rockford, Illinois -
Oh, what a feeling! When furniture is falling through the ceiling. Abandoned Barber-Colman factory in Rockford, Illinois
This mansion has been abandoned for nearly ten years and features amazing architecture, a small green house, a pool, and many secrets that can only be discovered through exploring the house.
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I (don't) hear the train a comin' / It's (no longer) rollin' 'round the bend. Abandoned Union Station in Gary, Indiana
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LandscapeWater/Coastal
Keywords: sign, illinois, old, plastic, sales, shop, auto, refacing, il_p3101761c, belleville, cars, used, new, bulbs, newusedcars, bellevilleil, primarycolors, arrow, remuddling, neon, dealership
Transport (Cars, Trains)Abandoned
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City Methodist Church in Gary, Indiana - Urban Exploration - JoeyBLS Photography -
Feet up taking a break. Second floor of the auditorium. City Methodist Church. Gary, Indiana. -
Upper floor gymnasium - rapidly decaying. Abandoned City Methodist Church in Gary, Indiana. HDR -
Oh, what a feeling! When we're falling through the ceiling. Abandoned City Methodist Church in Gary, Indiana. B&W HDR
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Keywords: church, missouri, stlouis, unitedstatesofamerica, cathedral, architecture, newcathedral, saintlouiscathedral, fav10, cathedralbasilicaofstlouis, basilica, louis, fav20, fav25, superfave, fav30, hdri, saint, fav40, prayer, may
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The deteriorating train trestle over the Fox River in Carpentersville, Illinois just north of the Otto Engineering building. It is on their property.
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Keywords: morton, arboretum, lisle, illinois, maple, haiku, sugar, fall, autumn, red, nature, leaf, poetry, poem, bokeh, branches, dream, explore, japanesemaple, delicate, twigs
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Best Place for Photography
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Architecture
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Water/CoastalAbandoned
Keywords: patriotic, barn, old, rural, illinois, midwest, decay, eos1000d, barns, stlouis, troy, americana, glencarbon, flag
Abandoned
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Sunset/SunriseWater/Coastal
This photo was taken in October of 2015 at the Centerville, IL Statue of Liberty
Keywords: Statue of Liberty, St Louis, Centerville, Illinois,
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Taken by Rudy Riva
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City/UrbanPanoramic
Keywords: grace, unity, along, 8th, abandoned, house, now, missionary, baptist, church, avenue
ArchitectureAbandoned
Keywords: cathedral, louis, old, missouri, st, basilica, saint, arch, gateway, king, louis], [st, stlouis, church, expansion, tokina1116, memorial, national, jefferson, április, église
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